Support Worker

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for Waking Nights Support Worker. Join us to build and grow a new OFSTED registered children’s service in Weymouth.

Closing date: 03/10/2024

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• £12.10 per hour.
• Part time, 15 hours per week.
• Waking nights. Shift times 9pm to 8am or we can also consider 9pm to 7am.
• An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme if earning threshold is met.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
• New to care? You can complete your care certificate with us.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting one child.
• You will encourage and guide the young person you support to settle overnight and ensure they feel safe and secure.
• You will be cooking, cleaning and supporting with everyday tasks.
• Providing personal care.
• Waking nights. Shift times 9pm to 8am or we can also consider 9pm to 7am. Weekend working required.

Who you are:

• Experience of working in children’s residential home is preferred.
• You are enthusiastic, compassionate and love working with children.
• You are motivated, flexible and have a ‘can do’ attitude.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 30 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

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